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Today Sarnia Fire Rescue participated in the annual BASES Emergency Response Simulation with various local response organizations including Point Edward Fire & Rescue, Ontario Provincial Police, St Clair Township Fire Department, Imperial Sarnia Site and many others.
Recall Alert:
Flammability Hazard:
Deux par Deux is recalling two styles of their children's plush glow in the dark bathrobes —Dinosaur and Unicorn Print. These robes do not meet flammability requirements for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries.
Consumers should stop using the affected products immediately and return them for a full refund or store credit.
Learn how to identify the affected items and what to do next: https://t.co/zqKLlbmPhL
Recall Alert!
Flammability Hazard:
A range of We Love Cozy children’s pajama sets – sold at Urban Planet and Urban Kids – have been recalled for violating flammability requirements. The loose-fitting sleepwear can make easy contact with ignition sources and burn rapidly, posing a risk of burn injuries.
Affected items have the style number #3528-4828-2601. Consumers should stop using the recalled products immediately and return them for a refund.
See more details here: https://t.co/dLDstOi7gy
Members of Sarnia Fire Rescue Hazmat Team continued their specialized training, focusing on rail car valves and leak mitigation.
A special thank you to CN Dangerous Goods Officer Mike Heeringa for leading this training and sharing his expertise.
Today is McHappy Day! @SarniaFire firefighters are helping out to support this great cause. All proceeds from today’s food sales and donations go to local @rmh_can#McHappyDay#RMHSWO
Today, we mark the National Day of Mourning to remember and honour those who have become ill, been injured, or lost their lives due to a workplace tragedy. Our flags are lowered to half-mast to commemorate our members injured or killed in the line of duty.
Sarnia Fire Rescue and The Humane Society are excited to bring you Patsy, our newest Pet Spotlight.
Pictured here is firefighter Dylan with Patsy, a 2-year-old Hound mix. She may be shy at first, but she warms up quickly and has a sweet, loving personality.
The one rescue tool that most people seem to know the name of is “The Jaws of Life”. Here @sarniafire_rescue firefighters are taking part in auto-extrication training using the Jaws of Life. These heavy-duty rescue tools can easily cut through metal. 🚒
This week, we celebrate the voices behind the call 📷
Public Safety Telecommunicators are the calm in chaos, guiding people through some of their most difficult moments. Your work is essential. Your impact is real. And your dedication does not go unnoticed.
🪫If a battery catches fire, evacuate immediately. 🔥➡️ Don't try to fight it yourself . Get out, stay out, and call 911. Let the professionals handle it. 🚒
#LithiumionBatterySafety#FireSafety
Our 6 new recruit firefighters are working hard conducting search and rescue training in live fire evolutions. From navigating zero-visibility conditions to building confidence in high-pressure environments, these recruits are gaining the skills it takes to protect our community
Stay safe while you power up! 🔋
Choose certified products.🔌Look for safety seals from recognized agencies when buying electronics or chargers. Bargain brands may cut corners on safety.🔥
#lithiumionbatterysafety#ChargedforLife
🚒 Happy 75th Birthday, Sparky the Fire Dog! 🚒
For 75 years, Sparky has been a true hero in fire safety education, helping teach generations of children how to stay safe and prevent fires. From classrooms to community events, his impact has reached millions! Thank you!
❌RECALL❌
Health Canada warns that PGST and GauTone photoelectric smoke alarms, previously available on AliExpress, may fail to operate. Immediately stop using the affected products.
https://t.co/5qrsnZui26
Our six new recruit firefighters continue to work hard in training, building the skills they will rely on throughout their careers. Today’s focus was forcible entry techniques—an essential skill used when firefighters need to gain rapid access to a building during an emergency.
Sarnia Fire Rescue firefighters are continuing to sharpen their skills through hands-on training with chain saws and rescue saws, while practicing key ventilation techniques used during structure fires.
#AlwaysTrainingAlwaysReady
Our six new recruits are training hard every day! Here they are working on hose management, “flowing and going”, flowing water while advancing up and down stairs and off of a ladder.
#AlwaysTrainingAlwaysReady
Today, Sarnia Fire Rescue visited Sarnia Christian School to teach students about fire safety and what it’s like to be a firefighter. The children asked some great questions and shared some thoughtful answers throughout the visit. Thank you for the amazing Fire Truck card!